W.L. Gore & Associates announced today that the FDA approved its Viabahn Fortegra venous stent, formerly known as Viafort.
FDA approves first venous stent for IVC and iliofemoral veins, offering a new treatment for deep venous disease with proven 12-month patency.
W. L. Gore & Associates' medical business (Gore) has announced the FDA approval of the GORE® VIABAHN® FORTEGRA Venous Stent — ...
Background: Compression ultrasonography performed serially over a 7-day period is recommended for the diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis in symptomatic pregnant women, but whether this approach is safe ...
Compression stockings reduce venous stasis in the legs by applying graduated levels of compression to the ankle and calf. One randomized clinical trial [1] evaluated the preventive effect of graded ...
The paper discusses guidelines for the prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE), with particular emphasis on the use of mechanical methods. Mechanical prophylaxis of VTE does not involve the risk of ...
Medically reviewed by Valerie Cacho, MD Most healthcare providers advise against wearing compression socks at night unless ...